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HomeMaineBarron Center

Barron Center

1145 Brighton Ave, Portland, ME 041022075416548WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.1on Google(25 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
219
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $8,278

How Barron Center Compares in Maine

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Maine. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
ME average
3.1/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
ME average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
ME average
4.1/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.30 hrs/day
ME average
4.34 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.17 hrs/day
ME average
1.05 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
96.2%
ME average
46.7%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Maine average of 3.1/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Maine average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.30 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 4.34.
Reported RN time is 1.17 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 1.05.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 21, 2022
Most recent cycle
10
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 21, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,476/mo
Maine median
Private Room
$12,723/mo
Maine median
Cumberland County 65+
59,050
19.5% of county
County Population
303,357
Cumberland County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Barron Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Portland, Maine with 219 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
219
Avg Residents/Day
109.4
Ownership
Government - City
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1967
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Cumberland
Last Inspection
Aug 21, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10
Weighted Score
48.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (19)

F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0655Potential for Harm

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0887Potential for Harm

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Minimal Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Aug 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jan 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0623Minimal Harm

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Minimal Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0732Minimal Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0698Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Jan 9, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$8,278
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineMay 14, 2025
$8,278

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.61 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.52 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.17 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.30 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.61 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
96.2%
RN Turnover
92.9%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Government - City
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
GAGNON, REBECCAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 6, 2020
LOGUE, JERALYNW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 16, 2007
CITY OF PORTLANDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ANov 2, 2021
WEST, DANIELLEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 2, 2021

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Barron Center and nearby alternatives.

All Maine facilities
Barron Center
Portland, MECurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,278
Springbrook Center
Westbrook, ME1.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $17,388
Fallbrook Commons
Portland, ME2.8 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Cedars Nursing Care Center
Portland, ME3.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Seaside Healthcare LLC
Portland, ME3.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Pinnacle Health & Rehab at South Portland
So Portland, ME4.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Gorham House
Gorham, ME5.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Barron Center
Portland, ME · Current facility
—4/54/54/5$8,278
Springbrook Center
Westbrook, ME
1.8 mi2/51/54/5$17,388
Fallbrook Commons
Portland, ME
2.8 mi4/53/55/5None recorded
Cedars Nursing Care Center
Portland, ME
3.1 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Seaside Healthcare LLC
Portland, ME
3.2 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Pinnacle Health & Rehab at South Portland
So Portland, ME
4.6 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Gorham House
Gorham, ME
5.4 mi5/53/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Barron Center?▾
Barron Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Barron Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Maine is $11,476/month for a semi-private room and $12,723/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Barron Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Barron Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Barron Center had 10 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 21, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $8,278.
What are the staffing levels at Barron Center?▾
Barron Center provides 5.30 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.17 RN hours, 0.52 LPN hours, and 3.61 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 96.2%.
How many beds does Barron Center have?▾
Barron Center has 219 certified beds with an average of 109.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 50% occupancy. The facility is Government - City owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Barron Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Maine, including 3 in Portland. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Barron Center?▾
On Google Maps, Barron Center has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 25 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.